Transfer News: David Luiz Might Be Leaving Arsenal For Rennes.

Arsenal’s defender, David Luiz has received attraction from French outfit Rennes despite the defender recently signing a new contract with the Gunners.

Despite Luiz’s recent commitment to Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, according to French outlet RMC Sport via A Bola the centre-back has emerged as a surprise summer target for Rennes.

Luiz, 33, signed a new deal with the Gunners earlier this year extending his current stay with the London club for at least another year.

According to reports, Arteta has given the green light for the sale of Luiz which has prompted both clubs to open up talks already.

The Brazilian has history with playing in France having spent three years with Ligue 1 champions PSG prior to re-joining Chelsea.